Congressman Carter Celebrates Juneteenth 2022
NEW ORLEANS, L.A. – On the first anniversary of Juneteenth’s celebration as a federal holiday, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. released the following statement:
“I had only been serving in Congress for thirty-seven days when I had the chance to vote yes to make June 19th – Juneteenth – our nation’s newest federal holiday.
“This joyous day recognizes how in 1865, enslaved African Americans in Texas received the thrilling news of their freedom – more than two years after the passing of the Emancipation Proclamation. They were finally free.
“Today, 157 years later, we celebrate Juneteenth 2022 – its second year as a National Holiday.
“Whether this is your first Juneteenth or your most recent celebration in a long line of traditions, I hope every Louisianian and American will join us in jubilantly commemorating the history, progress, and power of the African American community.
“But this anniversary is not only a celebration. It is also an urgent reminder to continue to combat the injustices of our present and future.
“Today, we remember the resilience of our enslaved ancestors, and recommit to never forgetting their struggle by working to end the systemic racism that still plagues our country.
“From protecting the right to vote to building safe communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, Juneteenth is a joyous challenge to build a better, equitable, and safe future for all.”
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